Dena Merriam

Dena Merriam is the "Founder and Convener of the Global Peace Initiative of Women, Ms. Merriam has worked to engage women in peace-building activities in conflict and post-conflict regions around the world. She has organized major international interfaith events and has built a global network of renowned women spiritual leaders. Currently, Ms. Merriam is working with the United Nations to organize a series of regional youth leadership summits around the world to mobilize young people to initiate efforts to meet the Millennium Development Goals. Dena Merriam is also a Partner and Vice Chair of the Ruder Finn Group, a global communications company. She holds a master's degree from Columbia University and has served on the advisory boards of the Harvard University Center for the Study of World Religions, the International Center for Religion and Diplomacy, and the Manitou Foundation." 


 * Director, Interfaith Center of New York
 * Director (US Board), AIM for Seva